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Island Fox

Urocyon littoralis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Carnivora ›Family: Canidae ›Genus: Urocyon

About

The island fox (Urocyon littoralis) is a small fox that is endemic to six of the eight Channel Islands of California. There are six subspecies, each unique to the island it lives on, reflecting its evolutionary history. They are generally docile, show little fear of humans, and are easily tamed. Island foxes played an important role in the spiritual lives of native Channel Islanders. They have been likely semi-domesticated as pets, used as pelts, or for...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Island Fox?
The scientific name of Island Fox is Urocyon littoralis.
What kingdom does Island Fox belong to?
Island Fox belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Island Fox belong to?
Island Fox belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Island Fox belong to?
Island Fox belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Island Fox belong to?
Island Fox belongs to the order Carnivora.
What family does Island Fox belong to?
Island Fox belongs to the family Canidae.
What genus does Island Fox belong to?
Island Fox belongs to the genus Urocyon.